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METHYL BENZOPHENONE

CAS 134-84-9 Updated
30

Safety score · 0–100

Caution

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

A benzophenone-class compound used historically as UV filter and photoinitiator. Endocrine and possible-carcinogen flags push the benzophenone family out of cosmetic favour in the EU.

Function

LIGHT STABILIZER

Skin benefits

  • UV absorbance

Known concerns

  • Possible endocrine disruption
  • Benzophenone IARC 2B linkage
  • EU regulatory tightening

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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